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MexicoThe weather in December in Playa del Carmen
It's warm in December in Playa del Carmen with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 23°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Playa del Carmen. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Playa del Carmen, Mexico. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2015, Playa del Carmen reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Playa del Carmen is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Playa del Carmen
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Playa del Carmen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Playa del Carmen | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 74 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Playa del Carmen with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Playa del Carmen is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The hurricane season in Playa del Carmen runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Playa del Carmen
Temperature in December in Playa del Carmen over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Playa del Carmen
Total precipitation in December in Playa del Carmen over the years
Daily UV index in December in Playa del Carmen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Playa del Carmen, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Playa del Carmen by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Playa del Carmen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.